SOCHI, RUSSIA - FEBRUARY 20: Julie Chu #13 of the United States celebrates with teammates after Meghan Duggan #10 scored a second-period goal against Canada during the Ice Hockey Women's Gold Medal Game on day 13 of the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics at Bolshoy Ice Dome on February 20, 2014 in Sochi, Russia. (Photo by Martin Rose/Getty Images) less

SOCHI, RUSSIA - FEBRUARY 20: Julie Chu #13 of the United States celebrates with teammates after Meghan Duggan #10 scored a second-period goal against Canada during the Ice Hockey Women's Gold Medal Game on day ... more

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SOCHI, RUSSIA - FEBRUARY 23: Hockey player Julie Chu of the United States enters with the flag during the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony at Fisht Olympic Stadium on February 23, 2014 in Sochi, Russia. less

SOCHI, RUSSIA - FEBRUARY 23: Hockey player Julie Chu of the United States enters with the flag during the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony at Fisht Olympic Stadium on February 23, 2014 in Sochi, ... more

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Julie Chu #13 of United States warms up prior to the Women's Ice Hockey Preliminary Round Group A game on day five of the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics at Shayba Arena on February 12, 2014 in Sochi, Russia.

Julie Chu #13 of United States warms up prior to the Women's Ice Hockey Preliminary Round Group A game on day five of the Sochi 2014 Winter Olympics at Shayba Arena on February 12, 2014 in Sochi, Russia.

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Julie Chu of Fairfield came into the Sochi Games as one of the most accomplished U.S. athletes competing in them. Considered one of the greatest female hockey players ever, Chu was taking part in her fourth Olympics. less

Julie Chu of Fairfield came into the Sochi Games as one of the most accomplished U.S. athletes competing in them. Considered one of the greatest female hockey players ever, Chu was taking part in her fourth ... more

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Julie Chu, a Fairfield native and member of Team USA's women's hockey team enters with the American flag during the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony at Fisht Olympic Stadium on February 23, 2014 in Sochi, Russia. Chu was one of a handful of Olympians with Connecticut ties to compete in the games.

Julie Chu, a Fairfield native and member of Team USA's women's hockey team enters with the American flag during the 2014 Sochi Winter Olympics Closing Ceremony at Fisht Olympic Stadium on February 23, 2014 in

Ridgefield, CT. native Tucker West competed in the Sochi Winter Olympics as a member of the U.S. luge team.

Ridgefield, CT. native Tucker West competed in the Sochi Winter Olympics as a member of the U.S. luge team.

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At 18-years old, West is the youngest member of the luge team in U.S. Olympic history.

At 18-years old, West is the youngest member of the luge team in U.S. Olympic history.

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West competed in the men's luge and finished in 22nd place with a time of 3:31:21

West competed in the men's luge and finished in 22nd place with a time of 3:31:21

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Brooklee Han of Redding, CT. just graduated from Joel Barlow High School in June of 2013, but the 18-year-old was ready to figure skate on the world stage in Sochi.

Brooklee Han of Redding, CT. just graduated from Joel Barlow High School in June of 2013, but the 18-year-old was ready to figure skate on the world stage in Sochi.

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Han competed for Australia as her father is a native of the country from down under. She qualified for the Olympics during a competition in 2013

Han competed for Australia as her father is a native of the country from down under. She qualified for the Olympics during a competition in 2013

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Han skated her way into the finals and was part of a deep and talented field. She finished 20th overall but gained valuable experiene on the biggest stage in her sport.

Han skated her way into the finals and was part of a deep and talented field. She finished 20th overall but gained valuable experiene on the biggest stage in her sport.

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Danbury-area native Lindsey Jacobellis was competing in her third Winter Olympic games. She earned a silver medal in 2006 and was favored to win gold in Sochi.

Danbury-area native Lindsey Jacobellis was competing in her third Winter Olympic games. She earned a silver medal in 2006 and was favored to win gold in Sochi.

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Jacobellis was leading her semifinal race when she wiped out. Her dreams of finally winning a gold medal were dashed.

Jacobellis was leading her semifinal race when she wiped out. Her dreams of finally winning a gold medal were dashed.

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Greenwich native and former Brunswick student-athlete Kevin Shattenkirk (in white) earned a spot on the U.S. Olympic hockey team for the first time.

Greenwich native and former Brunswick student-athlete Kevin Shattenkirk (in white) earned a spot on the U.S. Olympic hockey team for the first time.

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Shattenkirk, (#22) who plays for the St. Louis Blues during the NHL, was a defenseman for the U.S.

Shattenkirk, (#22) who plays for the St. Louis Blues during the NHL, was a defenseman for the U.S.

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Max Pacioretty of New Canaan, CT. was all smiles after being named to the U.S Olympic team for the first time in January. Pacioretty plays for the Montreal Canadians during the NHL season

Max Pacioretty of New Canaan, CT. was all smiles after being named to the U.S Olympic team for the first time in January. Pacioretty plays for the Montreal Canadians during the NHL season

Photo: Bob Luckey

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Pacioretty (#67) was one of three players from SW Connecticut on the men's Olympic hockey team. He employed his trademark aggressive style of play and helped the U.S. move into the semifinals against Canada.

Pacioretty (#67) was one of three players from SW Connecticut on the men's Olympic hockey team. He employed his trademark aggressive style of play and helped the U.S. move into the semifinals against Canada.

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Milford native Jonathan Quick was the starting goalie for the United States.

Milford native Jonathan Quick was the starting goalie for the United States.

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Quick was brilliant in the first four games which included a win over Russia. He made 36 saves in a 1-0 loss to Canada

Quick was brilliant in the first four games which included a win over Russia. He made 36 saves in a 1-0 loss to Canada

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Jonathan Quick and the United States lost to Canada in the semifinal, then couldn't secure a bronze medal in their game against Finland.

Jonathan Quick and the United States lost to Canada in the semifinal, then couldn't secure a bronze medal in their game against Finland.

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Julie Chu (#13) and the U.S appeared to be on the verge of a gold medal when they jumped out to a 2-0 lead vs Canada. However, Canada tied the game with two late goals, then won it in overtime, 3-2.

Julie Chu (#13) and the U.S appeared to be on the verge of a gold medal when they jumped out to a 2-0 lead vs Canada. However, Canada tied the game with two late goals, then won it in overtime, 3-2.

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Chu was chosen by her fellow American Olympians to carry the flag during the Closing Ceremony of the Sochi Winter Olympics at the Fisht Olympic Stadium on February 23, 2014.

Chu was chosen by her fellow American Olympians to carry the flag during the Closing Ceremony of the Sochi Winter Olympics at the Fisht Olympic Stadium on February 23, 2014.

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Opening ceremony of the Sochi Winter Olympic games.

Opening ceremony of the Sochi Winter Olympic games.

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The team from the U.S. enters the stadium for the opening ceremony of the Sochi Winter Olympic games.

The team from the U.S. enters the stadium for the opening ceremony of the Sochi Winter Olympic games.

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FAVORITE VACATION: Snowboarding in Aspen

FAVORITE VACATION: Snowboarding in Aspen

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Lindsey Jacobellis of the United States reacts after winning the small final of the women's snowboard cross at the Rosa Khutor Extreme Park, at the 2014 Winter Olympics, Sunday, Feb. 16, 2014, in Krasnaya Polyana, Russia. less

Lindsey Jacobellis of the United States reacts after winning the small final of the women's snowboard cross at the Rosa Khutor Extreme Park, at the 2014 Winter Olympics, Sunday, Feb. 16, 2014, in Krasnaya ... more

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Lindsey Jacobellis of the United States crashes in the women's snowboard cross semifinal as Canada's Dominique Maltais. tries to avoid her at the Rosa Khutor Extreme Park, at the 2014 Winter Olympics, Sunday, Feb. 16, 2014, in Krasnaya Polyana, Russia. (AP Photo/Sergei Grits) less

Lindsey Jacobellis of the United States crashes in the women's snowboard cross semifinal as Canada's Dominique Maltais. tries to avoid her at the Rosa Khutor Extreme Park, at the 2014 Winter Olympics, Sunday, ... more

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FILE - In this Dec. 17, 2016, file photo, second place finisher Emily Sweeney, of the United States, celebrates as she slides to the finish after a women's World Cup Luge sprint event in Park City, Utah. Sweeney is one of three members of USA Luge's women's team that is headed to Pyeongchang, South Korea, for the winter Olympics. (AP Photo/Rick Bowmer, File) less

FILE - In this Dec. 17, 2016, file photo, second place finisher Emily Sweeney, of the United States, celebrates as she slides to the finish after a women's World Cup Luge sprint event in Park City, Utah. ... more

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FILE - In this Dec. 16, 2017, file photo, Emily Sweeney, of the United States, takes a curve during a World Cup luge event in Lake Placid, N.Y. Sweeney is one of three members of USA Luge's women's team that is headed to Pyeongchang, South Korea, for the winter Olympics. less

FILE - In this Dec. 16, 2017, file photo, Emily Sweeney, of the United States, takes a curve during a World Cup luge event in Lake Placid, N.Y. Sweeney is one of three members of USA Luge's women's team that is ... more

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Former Yale standout Mark Arcobello, of Milford, will represent the U.S. at the Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea.

Former Yale standout Mark Arcobello, of Milford, will represent the U.S. at the Winter Olympics in Pyeongchang, South Korea.

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Mac Bohonnon of the United States crashes during freestyle skiing aerials training at the Rosa Khutor Extreme Park at the 2014 Winter Olympics, Monday, Feb. 10, 2014, in Krasnaya Polyana, Russia. (AP Photo/Andy Wong) less

Mac Bohonnon of the United States crashes during freestyle skiing aerials training at the Rosa Khutor Extreme Park at the 2014 Winter Olympics, Monday, Feb. 10, 2014, in Krasnaya Polyana, Russia. (AP Photo/Andy ... more

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Mac Bohonnon of the United States jumps during the men’s freestyle skiing aerials final Monday.

Mac Bohonnon of the United States jumps during the men’s freestyle skiing aerials final Monday.

Bohonnon began as an alpine skier and transitioned into aerials as a teenager. The move paid off as he burst onto the aerials scene during the 2011-12 season with a third-place finish at the 2012 National Championships. He earned several top-20 finishes on the world cup circuit, highlighted by his first world cup podium at the 2013-14 Val St. Come World Cup. Proving his potential, Bohonnon captured the sole men's aerials spot on the 2014 U.S. Olympic Team and hopes to reach new heights as he makes his first Olympic appearance.

FILE - In this Jan. 7, 2018, file photo, Madison Hubbell, left, and Zachary Donohue perform during the free dance event at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in San Jose, Calif. Madison Hubbell and Zach Donohue broke out of their habit as "bronzemaids" by winning the U.S. championship, and their free dance not only is sultry, but complex and enchanting. less

FILE - In this Jan. 7, 2018, file photo, Madison Hubbell, left, and Zachary Donohue perform during the free dance event at the U.S. Figure Skating Championships in San Jose, Calif. Madison Hubbell and Zach ... more

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LAKE PLACID, NY - JANUARY 19: Kiley McKinnon #24 of the USA practices prior to the USANA Freestyle World Cup aerial competition at the Lake Placid Olympic Jumping Complex on January 19, 2013 in Lake Placid, New York. less

LAKE PLACID, NY - JANUARY 19: Kiley McKinnon #24 of the USA practices prior to the USANA Freestyle World Cup aerial competition at the Lake Placid Olympic Jumping Complex on January 19, 2013 in Lake Placid, ... more

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LAKE PLACID, NY - JANUARY 19: Kiley McKinnon #24 of the USA practices prior to the USANA Freestyle World Cup aerial competition at the Lake Placid Olympic Jumping Complex on January 19, 2013 in Lake Placid, New York. less

LAKE PLACID, NY - JANUARY 19: Kiley McKinnon #24 of the USA practices prior to the USANA Freestyle World Cup aerial competition at the Lake Placid Olympic Jumping Complex on January 19, 2013 in Lake Placid, New ... more

Australia’s Laura Peel, center, celebrates on the podium with silver medalist Kiley McKinnon of Madison, left, and bronze medalist Xu Mengtao of China following the aerials event at the freestyle skiing world championships Thursday in Kreischberg, Austria. less

Australia’s Laura Peel, center, celebrates on the podium with silver medalist Kiley McKinnon of Madison, left, and bronze medalist Xu Mengtao of China following the aerials event at the freestyle skiing world ... more

Olympic silver medalist Julie Chu poses with Michelle Vaidere-Silovs, 14, of Monroe, at the Bridgeport Wonderland of Ice on Sunday, April 27, 2014.

Olympic silver medalist Julie Chu poses with Michelle Vaidere-Silovs, 14, of Monroe, at the Bridgeport Wonderland of Ice on Sunday, April 27, 2014.

Photo: BK Angeletti, B.K. Angeletti

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Julie Chu talks to a reporter during the Sports Night awards dinner at the Hyatt Regency in Greenwich, Conn., on Monday, Oct. 20, 2014. Chu is being inducted into the Fairfield County Sports Hall of Fame for her hockey career. less

Julie Chu talks to a reporter during the Sports Night awards dinner at the Hyatt Regency in Greenwich, Conn., on Monday, Oct. 20, 2014. Chu is being inducted into the Fairfield County Sports Hall of Fame for ... more

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Three former Yalies picked for U.S. Olympic hockey team

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NEW HAVEN — The U.S. Olympic hockey coaching staff has seen its share of Yale representation over the years. The late Tim Taylor coached the 1994 team; current coach Keith Allain is in the midst of his third stint as an assistant.

The last time a Yale man made the Olympic roster was 34 years ago, when Bob Brooke skated for Team USA at the 1984 Games in Sarajevo.

There’ll be plenty of Yale representation on U.S. roster when the Olympic hockey tournament begins on Feb. 14 in Pyeongchang, South Korea.

Milford’s Mark Arcobello, Brian O’Neill and Broc Little, forwards and teammates at Yale from 2008-10, were named to the team on Monday, the announcement coming during the second intermission at the NHL’s Winter Classic at Citi Field in New York.

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Other notables on the roster are Ted Donato, a junior forward at Harvard, former Harvard defenseman Noah Welch and Brian Gionta, a Stanley Cup winner with the Devils in 2003 who’ll serve as team captain.

The National Hockey League declined to provide players for the first time in 23 years, a boycott that includes those in the AHL on two-way contracts. So the U.S. roster is mostly comprised of Americans playing professionally abroad. There are also four current college players. Boston University’s Jordan Greenway, St. Cloud State’s Will Borgen and Denver’s Troy Terry join Donato.

Arcobello, O’Neill and Little played together on the top U.S. line at the Deutschland Cup in Germany, a pre-Olympic tuneup in November. Arcobello had a goal and an assist and Little a goal during the tournament.

Greenwich’s Sean Backman, a 2010 Yale graduate playing in the German pro league, was on the U.S. roster for the Deutschland Cup but did not make the final cut.

Arcobello played at Fairfield Prep and was a second-team All-American at Yale as a junior in 2009. He spent parts of six seasons in the NHL before joining Bern of the Swiss National League in 2016.

O’Neill, a native of Yardley, Pennsylvania, graduated in 2012 as Yale’s second all-time leading scorer with 163 points. In 2015, he won an AHL championship with Manchester and was named league MVP. He played in 22 NHL games for New Jersey before joining Jokerit, a Finnish-based franchise in Russia’s KHL.

Little, now living in Phoenix, was a second-team All-American in 2010 and graduated as Yale’s seventh all-time leading scorer with 143 points. He’s been in Europe almost exclusively since leaving New Haven, leading the Swedish pro league in scoring in 2015. He’s now with HC Davos of the Swiss League.

The only U.S. Olympic team with more Yale representation was the 1932 team, which featured five former Bulldogs: Franklin “Tot” Farrell, John Cookman, Frank Nelson, John Bent and Ding Palmer.

There were two on the 1948 squad: Terry Von Ingen and Fred Pearson. Jack Morrison was on the 1968 team while Brooke skated for his Yale coach, Taylor, an assistant in 1984.